Sr. Database Administrator-REMOTEContact Centre Growth Corp Inc • Toronto, ON, Canada
Sr. Database Administrator-REMOTE
Contact Centre Growth Corp Inc • Toronto, ON, Canada
8 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Remote
Job descriptionMulti-Platform Management : Serve as a subject matter expert for SQL Server and MySQL database environments, with familiarity in managing MongoDB clusters. Cloud Proficiency : Manage, deploy, and administer databases on cloud platforms, specifically utilizing services within AWS (e.g., RDS, EC2-hosted instances) and Azure (e.g., Azure SQL Database, VMs). Security & Compliance : Implement and enforce security best practices, including user access management, encryption, auditing, and compliance with industry standards. Storage & Capacity : Manage database storage needs, plan for capacity scaling, and optimize resource allocation in the cloud to control costs. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner closely with Software Engineering, DevOps, Infrastructure, and Security teams to provide database design input, troubleshoot application-related database issues, and integrate security policies. Automation : Develop and maintain scripts (PowerShell, Python, or Shell) to automate routine operational tasks, reporting, and deployment processes. IaC Integration (Preferred) : Work with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) to deploy and configure database infrastructure in an automated, repeatable manner. Experience : 5+ years of hands-on experience as an Operational or Production DBA. Core Database Expertise : Deep knowledge of SQL Server and MySQL architecture, internals, and advanced features (HA / DR, replication, security). Cloud Operations : Proven experience administering databases hosted on either AWS or Azure (experience with both is highly preferred). Availability : Demonstrated commitment to participating in a 24 / 7 on-call rotation and responding to critical incidents outside of regular business hours. Technical Skills : Expert proficiency in T-SQL and / or PL / SQL and strong scripting capabilities (PowerShell, Python, or Bash). Soft Skills : Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills to clearly articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience managing databases via Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible. Familiarity with NoSQL databases, specifically operational experience with MongoDB. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Microsoft Certified : Azure Database Administrator Associate). Experience in optimizing database deployments for microservices architectures. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Job Description
Job Description
Job Type : Full-Time
Hours : Days / After hours as needed
Salary : $85-$110 yearly DOE CAD
Benefits available after 60 Days for full-time employees
About AnswerNet
AnswerNet is a leading provider of customer engagement and contact center solutions across the United States and Canada. With over 31 contact centers and 10,000+ satisfied clients, we handle more than 125 million interactions each year. Our services include telephone answering, appointment setting, customer support, sales, lead qualification, third-party verification, market research, and more.
Summary
The Senior Database Administrator is a hands-on, highly technical role responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and reliability of our production and non-production database environments. The successful candidate will ensure maximum performance, stability, and security across a diverse set of database technologies hosted primarily on AWS and Azure cloud platforms. This role requires 24 / 7 availability for emergencies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Database Operations and Reliability :
- Availability & Recovery (HA / DR) : Design, implement, and manage robust High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions (e.g., Replication, Always On Failover Clusters, Log Shipping) to ensure minimal downtime and data loss.
- Performance Tuning : Proactively monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and execute expert-level query, index, and server-level tuning to optimize application responsiveness and resource utilization.
- Monitoring & Alerting : Implement and maintain comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect and resolve performance degradation, capacity issues, and system failures.
- Maintenance & Patching : Plan, test, and execute regular database patching, version upgrades, and maintenance tasks (backups, integrity checks) during scheduled maintenance windows.
Technical Expertise and Environment :
Collaboration and Automation :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
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